Chicago Bears owner Virginia McCaskey dies at 102
- Virginia McCaskey, owner of the Chicago Bears, passed away at the age of 102, as announced by her family through the team.
- She inherited the Bears from her father, George Halas, and guided the team for over four decades, prioritizing players and fans.
- Under her ownership, the Bears won a Super Bowl in 1986 and established the Bears Care program, which has given over $31.5 million in grants since 2005.
- McCaskey is survived by her 11 children, 21 grandchildren, and other descendants, and her family reflected on her long and faith-filled life.
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Virginia McCaskey, Chicago Bears owner and pro-life Catholic, dies at 102
Virginia McCaskey in 1963 with her father, George Halas. / Credit: Pro Football Hall of Fame/Wikimedia/Fair use CNA Staff, Feb 7, 2025 / 15:30 pm (CNA). Virginia McCaskey, principal owner of the Chicago Bears football team and a committed pro-l... [...]
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There’ve been few untouchable owners in Chicago, where passionate fans frequently look for someone to blame when things go wrong, often starting at the top. But Chicago Bears principal owner Virginia McCaskey, who died Thursday at age 102, was the exception to the rule. Michael and George McCaskey, two executives in charge of running the Bears during their mother’s long reign, were always subject to the usual criticisms and mocking that go with …
Virginia McCaskey, the matriarch of the Chicago Bears and daughter of founder George Halas, dies
Virginia McCaskey, who inherited the Chicago Bears from her father, George Halas, but avoided the spotlight during four-plus decades as principal owner, has died.
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